The Startup Visa® Podcast

By: Tahmina Watson
  • Summary

  • Navigating U.S. immigration laws is one of the biggest hurdles for startups entering the U.S. market—and that’s where The Startup Visa® Podcast comes in! Hosted by Tahmina Watson, bestselling author and top immigration lawyer, this podcast is part of The Startup Visa series, which also includes a comprehensive visa guidebook and a policy book for founders and policymakers alike.

    Whether you're a U.S. startup struggling to hire global talent, an international entrepreneur looking to break into the U.S. market, or a policy maker working on creative federal and state immigration solutions, this podcast delivers essential insights.

    Each episode covers the latest law and policy updates, expert advice, and real-world stories to help you navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.

    With almost 20 years of legal experience, Tahmina has been a leading advocate for startup visa reform, collaborating with the Obama administration and spearheading initiatives for immigrant entrepreneurs.

    Tune in for thought-provoking conversations with key policymakers, legal experts, and startup leaders, and stay informed on the latest developments in immigration policies.

    Ready to learn more about the startup visa and other visa pathways?

    Subscribe now and explore the
    Startup Visa® series for a complete toolkit to help you succeed!



    Get your copy of the bestselling visa guidebook for startups and founders on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or anywhere you get books.
    The Startup Visa: U.S. Immigration Visa Guide for Startups and Founders: Watson, Tahmina, Doughty, Caroline, Buhain, Venice, Vos, Troy: 9781735758572: Amazon.com: Books

    Follow her on LinkedIn to see all her work on startup visa issues and immigration in general. If you have questions, you can send questions from her website at www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com

    © 2024 The Startup Visa® Podcast
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Episodes
  • Veronica Heller, Managing Director, Delver Agents- From Visa to Green Card as a Founder
    Dec 2 2024

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    In this episode of the Startup Visa Series, I speak with Veronica, Founder and Managing Director of Sealand Ship Agents and Suppliers & Delver Agents. Veronica transformed Delver Agents into the premier cruise ship agency and supplier in Ushuaia, Argentina, working with exclusive boutique operators, mainstream cruise lines, and expedition cruise companies worldwide. She specializes in creating innovative services, solving complex problems, and building strong connections. Veronica holds degrees in Natural Science & Human Arts, Law, International Commerce, and is trained in Environmental Management and International Security. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed sitting down with her!

    You can learn more about veronica and Delver Agents at Delver Agents: Ship Agents and Suppliers | South America

    Special thanks to our season sponsor, Pinnacle Plan Writing for making these episodes possible. You can visit their website at https://www.pinnacleplanwriting.com/

    The Startup Visa podcast series is produced and edited by Tamanna Jahan and Sana Dawa.

    The startup visa series is intended to be your toolbox for the success of your immigration journey. Together with this podcast, we invite you to read Tahmina’s The Startup Visa Book series.

    Here is a link to her bestselling visa guide book: The Startup Visa: U.S. Immigration Visa Guide for Startups and Founders: Watson, Tahmina, Doughty, Caroline, Buhain, Venice, Vos, Troy: 9781735758572: Amazon.com: Books

    Here is her policy book: The Startup Visa: Key to Job Growth & Economic Prosperity in America: Watson, Tahmina, Turnbull, Lornet, Feld, Brad: 9781735758534: Amazon.com: Books

    Be sure to follow us on our website www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com and Tahmina’s author page on Amazon Amazon Author page and her author website www.tahminawatson.com.


    Sign to our blog- and connect with us on on social media:
    LinkedIn - Watson Immigration Law and Tahmina Watson
    Twitter - @TahminaTalks
    Instagram - @TahminaTalks
    Facebook - Watson Immigration Law





    Find us at watsonimmigrationlaw.com

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    30 mins
  • Connor O'Brien, Economic Innovation Group and Heartland Visas
    Nov 25 2024

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    In this episode of the Startup Visa Series, I speak with Connor O'Brien, a Research and Policy Analyst at the Economic Innovation Group (EIG), where he focuses on high-skilled immigration reform and innovation policy. His research has been cited by media outlets such as Axios, Bloomberg, and the New York Times, and his writing has appeared in Newsweek, National Review, and City Journal. Connor holds degrees from Rutgers University and the University of Chicago. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed sitting down with him!In this episode of the Startup Visa Series, I speak with Steve Tobocman, an innovator and leader in the nonprofit, political, and economic fields. Steve has launched several successful nonprofit initiatives, including Global Detroit, WE Global Network, and ProsperUS Detroit, and has built a notable political career as a state legislator. His work has been recognized nationally, and he continues to maintain active networks in politics, immigrant economic development, and community economic development. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed sitting down with him!

    You can learn more about Connor and EIG Home - Economic Innovation Group

    Special thanks to our season sponsor, Pinnacle Plan Writing for making these episodes possible. You can visit their website at https://www.pinnacleplanwriting.com/

    The Startup Visa podcast series is produced and edited by Tamanna Jahan and Sana Dawa.

    The startup visa series is intended to be your toolbox for the success of your immigration journey. Together with this podcast, we invite you to read Tahmina’s The Startup Visa Book series.

    Here is a link to her bestselling visa guide book: The Startup Visa: U.S. Immigration Visa Guide for Startups and Founders: Watson, Tahmina, Doughty, Caroline, Buhain, Venice, Vos, Troy: 9781735758572: Amazon.com: Books

    Here is her policy book: The Startup Visa: Key to Job Growth & Economic Prosperity in America: Watson, Tahmina, Turnbull, Lornet, Feld, Brad: 9781735758534: Amazon.com: Books

    Sign to our blog- and connect with us on on social media:
    LinkedIn - Watson Immigration Law and Tahmina Watson
    Twitter - @TahminaTalks
    Instagram - @TahminaTalks
    Facebook - Watson Immigration Law




    Find us at watsonimmigrationlaw.com

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    32 mins
  • Steve Tobocman, Executive Director, Global Detroit and The Global EIR Program
    Nov 18 2024

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    In this episode of the Startup Visa Series, I speak with Steve Tobocman, an innovator and leader in the nonprofit, political, and economic fields. Steve has launched several successful nonprofit initiatives, including Global Detroit, WE Global Network, and ProsperUS Detroit, and has built a notable political career as a state legislator. His work has been recognized nationally, and he continues to maintain active networks in politics, immigrant economic development, and community economic development. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed sitting down with him!

    You can learn more about Global Detroit at Home - Global Detroit

    This season is dedicated Tahmina’s dearest mentor, and immigration lawyer extraordinaire Joel Paget who passed away. You can read about his incredible life story here. May his legacy continue for generations.

    Special thanks to our season sponsor, Pinnacle Plan Writing for making these episodes possible. You can visit their website at https://www.pinnacleplanwriting.com/

    The Startup Visa podcast series is produced and edited by Tamanna Jahan and Sana Dawa.

    The startup visa series is intended to be your toolbox for the success of your immigration journey. Together with this podcast, we invite you to read Tahmina’s The Startup Visa Book series.

    Here is a link to her bestselling visa guide book: The Startup Visa: U.S. Immigration Visa Guide for Startups and Founders: Watson, Tahmina, Doughty, Caroline, Buhain, Venice, Vos, Troy: 9781735758572: Amazon.com: Books

    Here is her policy book: The Startup Visa: Key to Job Growth & Economic Prosperity in America: Watson, Tahmina, Turnbull, Lornet, Feld, Brad: 9781735758534: Amazon.com: Books

    Be sure to follow us on our website www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com and Tahmina’s author page on Amazon Amazon Author page and her author website www.tahminawatson.com.

    Sign to our blog- and connect with us on on social media:
    LinkedIn - Watson Immigration Law and Tahmina Watson
    Twitter - @TahminaTalks
    Instagram - @TahminaTalks
    Facebook - Watson I

    Find us at watsonimmigrationlaw.com

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    48 mins

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